Xiaomi launches 2 new Redmi phones in India, starting at Rs 8,999-Global Continent

Redmi Note 12 4G and Redmi 12C, the two latest smartphones, have been introduced in India. The Redmi 12C has a starting price of Rs 8,999.

In conclusion

The Redmi Note 12C is a more economical option with basic specs.

AMOLED display, 33W rapid charging, and a 50-megapixel main camera are just a few of the Note 12's standout features.

The 6.67-inch Super AMOLED display on the Redmi Note 12 offers a refresh rate of 120 Hz and a Full-HD+ resolution.

Redmi Note 12 4G, a new 4G smartphone from Xiaomi India, is the latest addition to the Redmi Note 12 series. For clients who are concerned about price, the business has also released the Redmi 12C. Xiaomi is experimenting with the pair's color options to appeal to younger users even if the two phones lack 5G. The Redmi 12C is a less expensive option with basic features. AMOLED display, 33W rapid charging, and a 50-megapixel main camera are just a few of the Note 12's standout features. The Sunrise Gold color choice is exclusive to the India version of the Redmi Note 12 4G and is not available on the global version.

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Prices for the Redmi 12C and Redmi Note 12 in India

In India, the Redmi 12C costs Rs 8,999 for the basic model with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. The other model costs Rs 10,999 and has 6GB and 128GB of storage.

Nevertheless, the basic model of the Redmi Note 12 costs Rs 14,999. (64GB storage). The variant with 6GB and 128GB of storage would cost Rs 16,999. Also, as part of the Xiaomi Fan Festival Special, Xiaomi will present bank deals.

Redmi 12C characteristics and specs

The Redmi 12C places a lot of emphasis on design, even if it is a low-cost gadget. A fingerprint sensor and textured design can be found on the rear panel, which also offers biometric security. The positioning is a little strange considering that the majority of smartphones, including older Redmi Note models from Xiaomi, use either an under-display sensor or a side-mounted scanner. Moreover, there is an IP52 rating for defense against splashes of water and dust.

A 5,000mAh battery and the Helio G85 Processor power the Redmi 12C. The phone does include a micro USB connector for charging (10W), however most smartphones now have the more common USB-C port. For instance, the most recent Moto E13 from Motorola, which is priced comparable to the Redmi 12C, has a Type-C connection for charging.

A second sensor and a 50-megapixel main camera are part of the back camera system. The 5-megapixel selfie camera is housed in a waterdrop-shaped notch on the 6.7-inch display. The display features an HD+ resolution and a typical LCD screen. Other notable features include dual-SIM card compatibility, up to 6GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and MIUI 13, which is based on Android 12.

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Redmi Note 12 features and specs

The 6.67-inch Super AMOLED display on the more feature-rich Redmi Note 12 features a refresh rate of 120Hz and a Full-HD+ resolution. The smartphone has a Snapdragon 685 Processor, 6GB of LPDDR4X Memory, and up to 128GB of storage. A 50-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 2-megapixel macro camera are all part of the back camera system. The Redmi Note 12 5G, in comparison, lacks an ultra-wide camera that can record a large field of view.

The Redmi Note 12 also has Android 13 operating system, a headphone jack, and an IP53-rated body.